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The Calendar of all scheduled club events is shown here. For additional detail about the event, follow the link in the Event column.
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EventDateDescriptionWhereStatus
Distance: How do we know how far? Saturday, April 13, 2019 8:00 PM We look at how we estimate distances in astronomy.

In addition, we will have a laser-guided sky tour and telescope observing 		Sugar Grove Nature Center Scheduled
Spectra: The Stories the Stars Tell Saturday, May 11, 2019 8:30 PM We look at the colors of stars to determine their chemical content and estimate their size and temperature.

In addition, we will have a laser-guided sky tour and telescope observing. 		SGNC Scheduled
Telescopes: Why Astronomers Need Them Saturday, June 08, 2019 8:45 PM We use telescopes to better view the wonders in the sky.
We look at different type of instruments and compare and contrast their characteristics.

In addition, we will have a laser-guided sky tour and telescope observing. 		SGNC Scheduled
A History of Women in Astronomy Tuesday, July 09, 2019 9:00 PM Many famous astronomers were women who have made significant contributions to our understanding of the universe. Join us to learn about some of them and their contributions.

In addition to the presentation, we will have a laser-guided sky tour and telescope observing. 		SGNC Scheduled
Meteor Showers: There’s More than One Saturday, August 10, 2019 8:30 PM While August is the season for the Perseid meteor shower, did you know these event occur throughout the year?

In addition to the presentation, we will have a laser-guided sky tour and telescope observing. 		SGNC Scheduled
Your First Telescope/Binoculars Saturday, September 07, 2019 8:00 PM Join us as we consider the variety of equipment that is available to begining astronomers.

In addition to our presentation, we will have a laser-guided sky tour and telescope observing. 		SGNC Scheduled